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At the beginning of the play/film, Hoke is about 60 years old. As the play covers a timespan of 25 years (1948-1973), Hoke is 85 at the end.
The story takes place between 1948 - 1973. A retired Jewish lady in the States finds it difficult to drive herself around safely, so her son hires an African-American chauffeur. The theme of Driving Miss Daisy is the friendship and trust that grows between Miss Daisy, the elderly lady, and Hoke, the chauffeur, particularly having to suffer the various prejudices around them.
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The butler is called Hoke Colburn. He was played by Morgan Freeman in the 1989 movie-adaptation.
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He played Hoke Colburn, Miss Daisy's chauffeur.
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Hoke is a strong character. He was hired by Boolie to drive Miss Daisy around. He puts up with her. He is also rational. He said he does not mind working with Jews (stingy and cheap).
In the movie "Driving Miss Daisy," sarcasm is used in moments when Hoke expresses his sarcasm towards Miss Daisy's stubbornness and sharp remarks, such as when he responds sarcastically to her refusal to attend a banquet with "Oh sure, I know you was just longing to go." Another example is when Miss Daisy sarcastically tells Hoke to "make yourself at home" when she clearly doesn't want him there.
At the beginning of the play/film, Hoke is about 60 years old. As the play covers a timespan of 25 years (1948-1973), Hoke is 85 at the end.
The climax in "Driving Miss Daisy" is when Miss Daisy, who has been resistant to Hoke's care and companionship throughout the story, finally acknowledges their deep bond and friendship. This moment marks a significant shift in their relationship and brings emotional resolution to the story.
As a black man and a Jewish woman, they each knew something about the troubles each had experienced in the 1950's and before.
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